Public expects most Kla Tham MPs to back Cabinet in censure vote, NIDA Poll finds
Acting PM Prawit declines to comment on Cabinet reshuffle speculation
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Acting PM Prawit declines to comment on Cabinet reshuffle speculation
22 Sept 12:31Key points summarised by AI
Acting Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwan declined to address speculation regarding a Cabinet reshuffle, which arose following the suspension of Deputy Education Minister Kanokwan Vilawan and other vacant portfolios.
Prawit also refused to comment on Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha's term of office or confirm any contact with him, directing inquiries to the court instead.
Public expects most Kla Tham MPs to back Cabinet in censure vote, NIDA Poll finds
Yesterday 12:30Key points summarised by AI
A recent NIDA poll indicates that a plurality of the public (30.38%) anticipates Kla Tham Party MPs will vote to support all 18 cabinet ministers targeted in the upcoming no-confidence debate.
Respondents believe the Ministry of Interior (38.78%) and the Prime Minister’s Office (21.37%) will face the toughest questioning during the censure debate.
Economic issues, particularly alleged incompetence in addressing problems (34.27%) and the rising cost of living (25.88%), are cited as the primary concerns for the government during the censure.
The public holds high expectations for the Opposition's case, with 45.65% believing clear, concrete evidence will be presented against all 18 ministers, and 41.22% expecting substantial evidence against specific ministers.